Systems Administrator

ZGF is seeking a System Administrator to join our team in our Washington, DC office. This role will collaborate with the entire Technology team across seven North American offices implementing firm-wide initiatives and assisting with high-quality cross-office support. A successful candidate will be a strong team player and be eager to learn and thrive in a multi-tasking environment.

As a Systems Administrator , you will….

Participate in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation

Contribute to and maintain firmwide system standards and procedures

Monitor and maintain data center equipment and environment

Provide advanced assistance to the Desktop Support team

Provide on-call availability after hours and on weekends

Monitor and evaluate health of all systems including Active Directory, M365, Azure, Entra ID, storage, virtualization, server hardware and software

Support system backup/recovery operations

Support VMware and Azure virtualization infrastructure

Support storage technologies such as NAS and iSCSI storage area networks (SAN)

Support Active Directory, Azure, and Entra ID environments

Support Microsoft 365 cloud apps and services such as Teams, O365, Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Defender for Endpoint

Support LAN/WAN network connectivity, including TCP/IP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS

Maintain a security-first approach to technology implementations

Qualifications:

Experience in systems administration desired or related relevant experience

Good work ethic – timely, team-player, honest, dependable, conscientious, respectful, and accountable; Exhibit sound judgment and possess excellent communication skills

Ability to plan and perform assignments as an integrated, cooperative team member while simultaneously, at times, be able to operate independently with minimal or no supervision

Personal and professional integrity

Strong documentation skills.

Sensitive and responsive to the time-critical nature of our employees’ deadline-driven work

Creative problem-solver with a willingness to contribute to firm-wide initiatives

Experience managing and maintaining Active Directory domain environments including Group Policy, AD Users and Computers, DFS, AD Sites and Services

Experience managing and maintaining Windows Server environments and related services

Experience managing and maintaining Microsoft 365 apps and services such as Entra ID, Azure, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Defender, or Intune

Experience managing and maintaining LAN/WAN switches and routers

General understanding of scripted automation using PowerShell and other tools

Strong understanding of system security fundamentals

Able to periodically travel to other ZGF offices as required for infrastructure support

Occasionally requires ability to lift and carry various technology equipment

Understanding of the application of technology to architectural processes (Preferred)

Professional certification (Preferred)

Base Salary Range

$74,610 - $87,045 annually, depending on skills and experience.

Benefits

ZGF employees enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer contribution; an HSA with employer contribution; a 401(k) with employer match; four weeks of PTO; 10 paid holidays per year; and paid parental and family leave programs.

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We know that great projects take more than a design team to become a reality. Whether you're a finance professional, project manager, or specialist in another field, your expertise helps create a healthier, more equitable built environment. Studies show that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box—your skills and experiences may be exactly what we need.

ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates.

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